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Any AWD 250 owners have caster issues/pulling to the right?
Just got Conti DWS tires installed on my new to me '07 250 AWD and got an alignment done. They got everything within spec, except for the passenger side front caster. They looked it over really well, as did I and we couldn't find anything bent or out of shape. I'm a tad bit busy at the moment but I will post the alignment sheet pic in a bit. I know Lexus sells the caster bushings for the LCA for +20/0/-20 and just trying to get an idea if this is a known or common issue.
Half tempted to take it to a frame shop to check the front subframe but there really is no signs of a wreck previously, from what I can tell. The car does ever so slightly pull to the right, but I don't have to fight the steering wheel to keep it tracking straight, but if you let go of the wheel, it pulls to the right. I also read FIGS has a part that can adjust caster.
I promise I will post the spec sheet results in a bit. Thanks for any input.
Take it to where you got the alignment done and explain the issue.
Where did you get the alignment from?
My car was pulling to the right, I took it to a local reputable shop who specializes in alignment and body work. I had an issue with the subframe (previous accident) but they were able to pull it safely and get it aligned
That's what the alignment guys think it is, is the subframe. Recommended that I take it to a place that can straighten/pull the subframe. I know the guy knows his stuff as he used to align my 350Z...(pic'd below) and also a pic of the alignment from today....
Make sure who ever you take it too that they KNOW what their doing. If you pull the subframe too much, they can ruin it permanently. The subframes on the 2IS are made up of aluminum I believe.
Make sure who ever you take it too that they KNOW what their doing. If you pull the subframe too much, they can ruin it permanently. The subframes on the 2IS are made up of aluminum I believe.
Roger that. Still unsure of what I want to do. I don't really have to fight the car to stay straight on the road, may just see how the tire wear is after 5k or 10k and weigh my options.
Roger that. Still unsure of what I want to do. I don't really have to fight the car to stay straight on the road, may just see how the tire wear is after 5k or 10k and weigh my options.
Check your tires out too. I had a ****ty Nankang tire (Will never get that brand again) that had separated tread that made the car's alignment even worse.
Get it done when possible, fighting the car to go straight becomes a hassle and annoyance.
09-06-14, 09:48 AM
Any AWD 250 owners have caster issues/pulling to the right?
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